Craftsman 315212180 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

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8-1/4 in, 18 VOLT PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS COMPOUND MITER/TRIM SAW

Model No.

315.212180

Save this manual for future reference

• I= CAUTION: Read and follow

all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use of

this product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

972000-841

5-01

• Safety

• Features

• Adjustments

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 2

• Warranty and Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 2

• Rules For Safe Operation ............................................................................................................................. 3-7

• GLossary ........................................................................................................................................................... 7

• Product Specifications and Unpacking ............................................................................................................ 8

• Labels ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

• Loose Parts and Tools Needed ...................................................................................................................... 10

• Battery Pack and Charging Information ......................................................................................................... 11

• Features .................................................................................................................................................... 12-15

• Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................... 16-23

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 24-31

• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 32

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ........................................................................................................ 34-39

• Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................................................. 40

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL MITER /TRIM SAW If this CRAFTSMAN Miter / Trim Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the

date of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES,

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this saw making it easy to

maintain and operate.

_, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your

safety is involved.

CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,

and all Safety Alert Symbols including Danger, Warning and Caution. If you use your saw

properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

_IL WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed.

We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do

not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL

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NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return

the tool to your nearest Sears store or Sears Service

Center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

_L WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool

until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save owner's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use

this tool.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's

manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and limitations as well as the specific potential

hazards related to this tool.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY

PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example; pipes,

radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates danger, warningor caution. May be used in conjunctionwith other symbols or pictographs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock

and personal injury.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Get in the habit of checking to see that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are

removed from tool before turning on saw.

• KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered

work areas and work benches invite accidents.

DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the

saw while it is inoperation. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON-

MENTS. Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet loca-

tions, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit.

• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a

safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating.

• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with padlocks and master switches, or by removing

starter keys.

• DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or

attachment to do a job it was not designed for.

Don't use it for a purpose not intended.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD FOR CHARGER. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,

be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in

loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an

extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller

the gage number, the heavier the cord.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI-

CALLY and replace if damaged. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,

gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving

parts. Rubber gloves and nonslip footwear are recommended when workingoutdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only

impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety

glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask ifthe cutting operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer perfor- mance. Follow instructionsfor lubricating and

changing accessories. DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,

before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be

disconnected or battery pack removed.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure

switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your

finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improperaccessories may cause risk of injury.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

occur if the tool kstipped or if the blade is unin- tentionally contacted.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that isdamaged

should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store to avoid risk of personal injury.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-

TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a

workbench or table at approximately hip height.

USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never use blade

washers or blade bolts that are defective or

incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 8-1/4 in.

• KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH

SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize

stalling and kickback.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE

GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are

operating properly before each use.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach

underneath work or around or under the blade while blade is rotating. Do net attempt to remove

cut material when blade is moving.

WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

INSPECT CHARGER CORD PERIODICALLY

and if damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at a Sears store. Stay con- stantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade.

USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR

CHARGER. When tool is used outdoors, use

only extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors

and so marked.

DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FRO• • OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth

when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,

petroleum-based products, or any solvents to • clean tool.

ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.

Saw may slip, walk, or slide while cutting long or

heavy boards. BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL

ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE. AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and

remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the work-

piece when possible. NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts

during use.

NEVER START A TOOL WHEN THE BLADE IS

IN CONTACT WITH WORKPIECE. Allow motor to come up to full speed before starting cut.

MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW •

ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN

POSITION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW.

Lock the miter table by securely tightening the miter lock handle. Lock the saw arm (bevel function) by securely tightening the bevel lock

knob.

NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE SCRAP END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE.

NEVER hold onto or bind the free scrap end of •

the workpiece in any operation. If a work clamp and length stop are used together, they must

both be installed on the same side of the saw • table to prevent the saw from catching the loose

end and kicking up.

NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the

saw table at a time.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION "FREE- HAND". Always place the workpiece to be cut on

the miter table and position it firmly against and

parallel to the fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.

NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small

to be clamped. Keep hands clear of the no hands

zone.

NEVER reach behind, under, or within three inches of the blade and its cutting path with your

hands and fingers for any reason.

NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of

scrap, or anything else that is in or near the

cutting path of the blade.

AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause

your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS

make sure you have good balance. NEVER operate your miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position.

NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade.

ALWAYS release the power switch and allow the

saw blade to stop rotating before raising it out of the workpiece.

DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND OFF RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade to loosen and could create a hazard. Should this

ever occur, stand clear and allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop. Disconnect your saw

from the power supply and securely retighten the

blade bolt.

REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether

electrical or mechanical, should be made by

qualified service technician at a Sears store.

WARNING: When servicing use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other

parts may create a hazard or cause product

damage.

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-

SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could

ignite fumes.

NEVER leave the miter saw unattended while

connected to a power source.

POLARIZED PLUGS, To reduce the risk of

electric shock, this charger has a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other). This charger

plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified

electrician to install the proper outlet. Do net change the plug in any way.

IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISS-

ING or should break, bend, or fail in any way, or

should any electrical component fail to perform

properly, shut off the power switch, remove the

miter saw plug from the power source and have

damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced

before resuming operation.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN- DER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.

• ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to cause

a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that

a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to

inflict severe injury.

• STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common

sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

Do not rush.

• MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstruc-

tions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE

performing any work using your saw.

• ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting

to power supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS

Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in

operating condition. Be aware of possible

hazards when not using your battery tool or

when changing accessories.

Remove battery pack from tool or make sure

the switch is in the lock-off position before

making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of statring the tool accidentally.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips,

coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the

battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. Use

only the battery pack listed.

USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH

YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any

other charger. Use of another charger could cause batteries to explode causing possible

serious injury. DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR

BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may

explode.

DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION.

Your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but

less than 100°F. Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,

battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.

If carrying your battery tool at your side, make sure it is not running and your finger is not on the switch. Avoid accidental starting.

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL

CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating

instructionsfor charger item number 9-11040 (981399-001).

• Before using charger, read all instructionsand

cautionary markings in this manual, on charger, and product using charger.

_k WARNING: To reduce risk of injury,charge only

nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.

Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the charger manufacturer may result in a risk

of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

• To reduce risk of damage to charger and cord,

pull by charger plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

• Make sure cord is located so that itwill not be

stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

• An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper

extension cord could result in a riskof fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used,

make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the

same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

b. That extension cord is properly wired and in

good electrical condition; and

c. That wire size is large enough for AC

ampere rating of charger as specified

below:

Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16

Note: AWG = American Wire Gage

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) m

DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged,

have replaced immediately by a qualified

serviceman.

Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified

serviceman.

Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is

required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a

risk of electric shock or fire.

_IL WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce

your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance

or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

Do not use charger outdoors. Disconnect charger from power supply when

not in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool,

loan them these instructions also.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Arbor

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted. Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90 ° to the miter table.

Crosscut A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain

of the workpiece. Compound Miter Cut

A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time.

Freehand

Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gage, fixture, work clamp, or other proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut.

Gum A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Miter Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle

other than 90° to the fence.

No Hands Zone The area between the marked lines on the left and

right side of the miter table base. This zone is identified by no hands zone labels placed inside the

marked lines on the miter table base.

Resin

A sticky, sap based substance.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object

in one minute. Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be, or has been, cut by the blade.

Set The distance that the tipof the saw blade tooth is bent

(or set) outward from the face of the blade.

Throat Plate

A plastic throat plate inserted in the miter table that allows for blade clearance. This provides for a zero clearance kerr that minimizes workpiece tear-out.

Throw-Back

Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a kickback. Usually associated with a cause other than the kerf closing, such as a workpiece not being against the fence, being dropped into the blade, or being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Through Sawing Any cuttingoperation where the blade extends

completely through the thickness of the workpiece. Workpiece

The item on which the cuttingoperation is being done. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to

as faces, ends, and edges.

Blade Diameter Blade Arbor

No Load Speed

Charger Rating

Charger Rate Motor

Net Weight Blade Type

8-1/4 in.

5/8 in.

2000 RPM

120 Volts, 60 Hz-AC Only

1 Hour

18 Volt DC

35 Ibs.

Carbide Tipped (Thin Kerr)

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:

5-1/2 in. W x 2-1/16 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:

3-3/4 in. W x 2-1/16 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:

5-1/2 in. W x 1-1/2 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 45°:

3-3/4 in. Wx 1-1/2 in. T

Your Compound Miter Saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the battery pack,

blade, dust guide, and dust bag.

_i, WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not

operate this tool until the missing parts are

replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible

serious personal injury.

• Remove all loose parts from the carton. Separate and check with the list of loose parts. See Figure 2.

• Remove the packing materials from around your

saw.

• Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a

level work surface. Although small, this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury, get help when

needed.

Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the saw, identified all loose parts, and satisfactorily operated your new saw.

• Your saw has been shipped with the saw arm locked in the down position. To release saw arm, push down on top of saw arm and pull out the lock

pin. See Figure 9.

• Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure should remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden

rise upon release of the lock pin.

• Examine all parts to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping.

if any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to

turn the switch on until the damaged or missing parts

are obtained and are installed correctly.

Thefollowinglabelsareonthemitersawwithlocationsindicated.

Restore lower blade guard

and securely tighten screw

before use

For Blade Change. See Owner's

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ThefollowingitemsareincludedwithyourCompoundMiterSaw:

• SawBlade-8-1/4in.

• DustGuide

• DustBag

• 5mmHexKey

• 6mmHexKey

• Owner'sManual

• BladeWrench

DUSTBAG

BLADEWRENCH

SAWBLADE

DUSTGUIDE 5mmHEX KEY 6 turnHEXKEY Fig. 2

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious

personal injury.

The following tools (not included) are needed for checking adjustments of your saw or for installing the blade:

17 mmCOMBINATIONWRENCH 10 mm COMBINATIONWRENCH

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

COMBINATION __

FRAMINGSQUARE

Fig. 3

BA'I-rERY PACK The battery pack for your saw is shipped in a low

charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge it prior to use.

_I, WARNING: Always remove battery pack from

your saw when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, assembling or removing blades,

cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery

pack from your saw will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

CHARGING BATTERY PACK As previously mentioned, the battery pack for this tool

has been shipped in a low charge condition. Therefore, you should charge it until light on front of charger changes from red to green.

Note: Batteries will not reach futl charge the first time they are charged. Allow several cycles (cutting

followed by recharging) for them to become fully charged.

TO CHARGE

• Charge battery pack only with the charger provided.

• Make sure power supply is normal household

voltage, 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.

• Connect charger to power supply.

• Attach battery pack to charger by aligning raised ribs on battery pack with grooves in charger, then

slide battery back onto charger. See Figure 4.

• Red light should turn on. Red light indicates fast charging mode.

If red light is flashing, this indicates battery pack is deeply discharged or hot.

If battery pack is hot, red light should become steady after battery pack has cooled down.

If battery pack is deeply discharged, red light should become steady after voltage has increased, normally within 60 minutes.

if after one hour red light is still flashing, this indicates

a defective battery pack and should be replaced. Green light on indicates battery pack is fully charged

and slow charging to maintain battery pack. Yellow light on and red light flashing indicates

defective battery pack. Return battery pack to your nearest Sears Repair Center for checking or

replacing.

• When your batterypack becomes fullycharged, the red lightwilltum OFF and the green lightwill turn ON.

• After normal usage, 1 hourof charging time is required

to be fully charged.A minimum charge time of 1-1/2

hours is requiredto rechargea completely discharged

tool.

• The battery pack willbecome slightlywarm to thetouch while charging.This isnormal and does not indicatea

problem.

• Do not place charger in an area of extreme heat or cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.

• When the batteries become fully charged, unplug your charger from power supply and remove the battery pack.

CHARGER

BATTERY

PACK

REMOVE

ATTACH

GROOVES

Fig. 4

LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER

See Figures 5 & 6.

LED WILL BE LIGHTED TO INDICATE STATUS OF CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK:

• Red LED Lighted = Fast Charging Mode.

• Green LED Lighted = Fully Charged And Slow Charging To Maintain Battery Pack.

• Red LED Flashing = Hot Or Deeply Discharged Battery Pack. Also Defective Battery Pack After 1

Hour.

• Yellow LED Lighted and Red LED Flashing =

Defective Battery Pack.

YELLOWLIGHT"ON" ANDRED

LIGHTFLASHINGINDICATES

DEFECTIVEBATTERYPACK

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES

Under extreme continuous use, the batteries in your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 1 hour before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot, this will cause the red light on your battery charger to flash. When battery pack cools down, red light will glow continuously indicating fast charging mode, 1 hour charge time. Once the battery pack cools down, it will recharge battery pack in fast charging mode as normal.

Note: This situation only occurs when extreme continuous use of your saw causes the batteries to

become hot. It does not occur under normal

circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING BATTERY PACK" for normal recharging of batteries. If the

charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Sears repair center for

electrical check.

MOUNTING CHARGER

See Figure 7.

Your charger has a "key hole" hanging feature for convenient, space saving storage. Screws should be

installed so that center distances are 4-1/8 inches

apart.

REDLIGHT"ON" CHARGER

INDICATESFAST

CHARGINGMODE GREENLIGHT"ON" INDICATES

FULLYCHARGEDANDSLOWCHARGING

TOMAINTAINBATTERYPACK

Fig. 5

CHARGER

BATTERYPACKSHOWN

IN CHARGER

Fig. 6

4-1/8in.

BACKSIDEOF CHARGER Fig, 7

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